VOCAL Blog
A blog for and by the members of the Virginia Organization of Composers and Lyricists
VOCAL Showcase May 2009
A small but enthusiastic crowd was present for the 214th consecutive VOCAL showcase at the Taphouse Grill. John Ellis and Darryl Ellyson treated us to their unique styles of crooning/rocking/bluesing…
Read MoreExcellent meeting
I found Chris Gatewood to be very informative tonight, may 11th, 2009, with his take on music protection, and royalty administration. One thing I wanted to mention, but never got…
Read MoreVOCAL Showcase April 2009
Showcase number 213, was the annual cover night for VOCAL. Performers covered at least one song from a fellow VOCAL songwriter. The night was full of surprises and anticipation as…
Read MoreVOCAL Showcase March 2009
What a night for music! Despite the dose of cold, wet, nasty weather outside, everything inside was as hot as a Richmond summer day! A fantastic crowd gathered on March…
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The February 16, 2009 Showcase #211 was a blues and folk fest with performers James Lester and Gerry Laverty.
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Showcase #211, January 19, 2009. Performers Bill Wellons, Norman Roscher and special guests performed a memorable evening of live, original music. A special tribute was set aside for Cham Laughlin.
Read MoreGetting to know Cham
While I didn’t have the opportunity to develop a personal relationship with Cham, I often feel like he is someone I know well because the members of VOCAL who know…
Read MoreCham – In Memory of my Best Friend
Cham was my best friend, my best man. I cannot imagine life without him there for me. He had the sweetest spirit and biggest heart of anyone I’ve ever known.…
Read MoreRemembering Cham Laughlin
On January 5, 2009, Robert “Cham” Laughlin passed away. Cham is an important part of VOCAL history and I would like to take this opportunity to honor his memory with…
Read MoreVOCAL Showcase December 2008
Read the revew of the December 15, 2008 showcase. Performers James Lester, Darryl Ellyson, Jim Uzel, Gary Shaver, Gerry Laverty were the featured songwriters.
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